Country star Lainey Wilson announces engagement to Devlin Hodges amid Grammy nods and global Whirlwind Tour preparations.
Who’s saying “I do” next?
Country sensation Lainey Wilson just dropped the big news—she’s engaged to longtime beau Devlin “Duck” Hodges!
The “Heart Like a Truck” singer shared the romantic reveal on Instagram February 12, teasing fans with candlelit snaps, a cowboy hat prop, and her dazzling new bling.
What’s the story behind the ‘4x4xU’ caption?
Wilson’s post nods to her Whirlwind album track, hinting at a love built to last. The cozy pics showed framed memories, roses, and a playful video of her flashing the ring while joking, “boo!”
Fellow artists like Kaitlin Butts flooded the comments, shouting, “SHE’S WALKIN’ WITH A LIMP Y’ALL!”
When did love start spinning this Whirlwind?
Though they went public at the 2023 ACM Awards, Wilson admits they’ve been low-key since 2021.
“I had to test if he was here for the right reasons,” she told PEOPLE.
Spoiler: He passed! Last month, she joked to Bunnie Xo about possibly proposing herself: “We’re waiting… but no pressure!”
How’s she balancing wedding plans and tours?
Wilson’s Whirlwind World Tour kicks off in March, zigzagging from Europe to the U.S. through November.
But don’t worry—she’s still making time for music milestones, like her 2025 Grammys performance and back-to-back Best Country Album nods (she won in 2024, lost to Beyoncé in 2025!).
Why’s this engagement extra special?
For Wilson, it’s about finding a partner who rides shotgun through chaos.
From wildfire benefit stages to chasing awards, Hodges has been her steady “4×4.”
Now, they’re shifting gears toward forever—no mud, no ruts, just open road.
Quick Facts: Lainey Wilson Engagement
- Shared engagement via Instagram on February 12, 2025.
- Referenced her song “4x4xU” from the album Whirlwind.
- The tour spans Europe and the U.S., running March-November 2025.
- Two-time Grammy nominee for Best Country Album (2024 win, 2025 loss).
- Dated privately since 2021 before 2023 red carpet debut.